JEE Main 2027 Notification OUT: Live Updates on Session 1 Exam

JEE Mains 2027 Session 1 Notification OUT

The wait for the engineering entrance season is almost over. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official JEE Main 2027 Session 1 notification on October 24, 2026. The notification includes the registration schedule, examination dates, paper pattern and important instructions for candidates.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 will take place in January 2027. Candidates seeking admission to engineering, architecture and planning programmes should check the official schedule and prepare their application documents before registering.

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JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Registration Date and Application Process

NTA has opened the online application window for JEE Main 2027 Session 1. Candidates can submit their application forms from October 24 to November 22, 2026. Those who miss the regular deadline can apply during the late application window by paying an additional fee of ₹500.

The following table covers the important application dates announced by NTA.

Candidates must apply online through the official website. NTA will not accept applications submitted through other modes. Each candidate should submit only one application form and check all details carefully before final submission.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should check the eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. The rules for appearing in JEE Main may differ from the admission requirements prescribed by institutes such as NITs and IIITs.

The following table summarises the key eligibility points. Candidates should verify the final 2027 rules in the official Information Bulletin.

JEE Main includes three papers for different undergraduate programmes:

• Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech programmes.
• Paper 2A: B.Arch programmes.
• Paper 2B: B.Planning programmes.

The subject requirements depend on the programme and institution. Admission to NITs, IIITs and other participating institutes may also require specific Class 12 subjects and aggregate marks. Candidates should check these conditions separately from the rules for appearing in JEE Main.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Application Fee and Payment Details

NTA has announced a late application fee of ₹500 for JEE Main 2027 Session 1. Candidates must also pay the applicable examination fee based on their category, gender, selected papers and examination centre location.

Candidates should check the JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin for the applicable fee before making payment.

Candidates should follow these steps while completing the payment process:

• Select the correct examination paper and category before paying the fee.
• Complete the payment within the prescribed deadline.
• Check the transaction status after payment.
• Download and save the confirmation page after successful submission.
• Keep the payment details for future reference.

Candidates planning to appear in both January and April sessions should check the separate fee payment instructions for Session 2 when NTA opens its application window.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Date and Schedule

NTA has announced the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination dates in its public notice dated October 24, 2026. The examination will be held on January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027.

The following table covers the examination schedule and other important announcements.

Candidates should check the official website for further announcements about the examination city, admit card and result. The examination city announcement and admit card release dates listed above are based on the October 24 notice.

JEE Main 2027 Exam Dates and Timings

NTA will conduct the examination in different shifts. Paper 1 will be held in the morning and afternoon shifts, while the notice lists the morning shift for Papers 2A and 2B.

All timings follow Indian Standard Time (IST). Candidates should check their admit cards for their assigned examination date, shift, reporting time and centre.

JEE Main 2027 Exam Duration

The examination duration depends on the paper or combination of papers selected by the candidate.

Candidates appearing for both B.Arch and B.Planning should account for the longer examination duration while practising mock tests.

JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern

JEE Main 2027 has three papers covering engineering, architecture and planning. Paper 1 includes Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Paper 2A includes Mathematics, an Aptitude Test and a Drawing Test, while Paper 2B includes Mathematics, an Aptitude Test and Planning.

For Mathematics in Paper 1 and Part I of Paper 2, Section A contains multiple-choice questions (MCQs), while Section B contains questions requiring numerical answers. NTA has specified negative marking for incorrect answers in both sections.

Paper 2A is conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode, except for the Drawing Test, which candidates must complete offline on an A4-size drawing sheet. Paper 2B is conducted entirely in CBT mode.

JEE Main 2027 Session 2: Important Information

NTA plans to conduct JEE Main 2027 Session 2 in April 2027. Candidates can apply for Session 1 alone and register for Session 2 when its application window opens.

Candidates who register for Session 1 can use the same application number for Session 2. Those who wish to appear only in Session 2 can register when NTA opens the separate application window.

The detailed Session 2 application dates and examination schedule will be announced later. Candidates should follow the official website for updates.

Important Instructions for JEE Main 2027 Candidates

Candidates should keep the following instructions in mind before completing their registration:

• Apply only through the official JEE Main website.
• Submit one application form and avoid multiple registrations.
• Read the Information Bulletin carefully before filling out the form.
• Provide a valid email address and mobile number belonging to the candidate or their parents or guardians.
• Verify the application details and use the correction window if necessary.
• Save the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
• Check the official website regularly for updates about examination dates, admit cards and results.

For application-related assistance, candidates can contact NTA at 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 or email jeemain@nta.ac.in.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Notification: Conclusion

The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 notification provides the application schedule, examination dates, paper pattern and important instructions for candidates. Registration is open from October 24 to November 22, 2026, without a late fee. The examination is scheduled for January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027.

Candidates should complete their applications before the deadline, verify their details and keep the confirmation page for future use. They should also review the eligibility criteria and examination pattern before starting their final preparation